Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Brian A DEMPSEY

EVANSVILLE,IN

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ASME Certifed Welder Section IX

HFI Incorporated
04.2023 - Current
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
  • Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
  • Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
  • Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
  • Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance

Field Engineer

HFI Inc
04.2023 - Current
  • Identified any key changes to project that could affect cost, completion date and customer relationship.
  • Interacted effectively with site engineering team and field staff to coordinate work that complied with design and construction documents.
  • Identified major issues that could arise and provided solutions for these problems.
  • Observed construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes to maintain consistent progress.
  • Managed team in troubleshooting efforts that alleviated errors.
  • Prepared documentation that would be used in requests for proposal.
  • Served as liaison between site engineering team and field to coordinate work in accordance with design and construction documents.
  • Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
  • Confirmed that construction progressed as scheduled and in compliance with contract specifications.
  • Provided review of design modifications and requests for clarification.
  • Handled all quality control checks for HFI.
  • Effectively oversaw budget and coordination of documentation of trades and contractors. Mechanical, Electrical, Foundations

Journeyman Pipefitter

UA Local 136
08.1989 - Current
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Supervised [Number] apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
  • Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
  • Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.

  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

UA Local 136 Apprenticeship School
Evansville, IN
08.1989

High School Diploma -

North High School
Evansville, IN
05.1983

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • PPE Compliance
  • Welding Experience
  • Safety Professional
  • Blueprint and drawing reading
  • Welding teaching experience
  • Certified Welder
  • Supervisory skills

Certification

  • Level IX Certified, ASME - Current
  • Certified Safety Trained Supervisor, Board of Safety Professionals - Current
  • Certified 30 Hour Training, OSHA - Current
  • Certified ARSC, USI - Current
  • Certified Scuba Instructor, SSI - Current
  • Certified Dive Rescue 1, Dive Rescue International - 2002-2012

Timeline

ASME Certifed Welder Section IX

HFI Incorporated
04.2023 - Current

Field Engineer

HFI Inc
04.2023 - Current

Journeyman Pipefitter

UA Local 136
08.1989 - Current

UA Local 136 Apprenticeship School

High School Diploma -

North High School
Brian A DEMPSEY